Like any market, it can also go poorly if you get the wrong asset and have a poor plan.  

No need to understand the overall multi-trillion-dollar mortgage market since you've got it figured out.

Hi everyone,I'm currently negotiating a real estate deal and would appreciate some advice on how favorable this offer sounds:Price: $3,170,000.0017 units50% down payment5% interest rateBalloon payment in 3 to 5 yearsThey're open to either interest-only payments or an amortized loan structureAdditionally, I'm trying to secure the best financing option available.How does this deal compare to the current market?

She has additional info from the MLS like agent notes, and In regard to price, location, jurisdictional issues, market conditions etc....  

In addition, if you bought any of these below market, you might capture some equity upon purchase.My wife and I do a mix of syndicating and limited partner investing in apartments and have had great returns. 

Even with a single family often there are utilities that you will want to pay directly as a landlord and which are customary in that market to be included in the rent.

or it is just the way the market currently is right now ?

All major repairs, such as the HVAC and roof were handled before the seller put the property on the market. 

Appfolio, Rentvine, Buildium are the 3 big players in the market.

What type of traveler are you marketing to?